Tre Camini - COSTERMANO

We ate here a couple of times when we were staying near Lake Garda pre-Covid. Had some fabulous food. Back in Italy again, we realised that, as we were staying... read more We ate here a couple of times when we were staying near Lake Garda pre-Covid. Had some fabulous food. Back in Italy again, we realised that, as we were staying in Verona it was only a 45 minute drive out of the city so we booked to come back and enjoy again. A mistake. It wasn't bad, it just wasn't superb like before. When we booked we weren't told there was a big event (wedding? party there that same evening meaning that, rather than overlooking the garden, we were going to be inside a room in an old part of the restaurant. And food and service suffered. Had to keep chasing service. Not acceptable to bring out food but not accompanying side dishes. Leave what has arrived to get cold or start eating? We had finished our mains before the sides arrived. And the mains were not inspiring. Shame. Just goes to show you should never go back. Never try to repeat an experience. Move on and find somewhere new to enjoy... lesson learnt!

We were there for lunch and could not spot any Italian, only German and American tourists. This restaurant has obviously successfully managed to appear in sever... read more We were there for lunch and could not spot any Italian, only German and American tourists. This restaurant has obviously successfully managed to appear in several tourist guides. The food was mediocre, as well as the service. The ambiance of the restaurant is absolutely poor. The prices are outrageously high for the quality offered.

On Sunday May 15th we booked a table at Antico Casale Tre Camini to treat two dear friends visiting from Canada for lunch. Two private parties were being held i... read more On Sunday May 15th we booked a table at Antico Casale Tre Camini to treat two dear friends visiting from Canada for lunch. Two private parties were being held in other areas of the Casale, something I had specifically asked about when I made the reservation. The restaurant assured me that service to the general public would not be affected. We sat down at 12:45 and finally left at 3:45. The other private tables in the garden area where we were sitting were long gone before we were served the pasta and risotto dishes (you cannot eat an antipasto and wait for two hours for a primo it wreaks havoc on your natural digestion rhythm). On top of this (literally), the pasta arrived overcooked! I have lived in Italy for 40 years and have never, ever, been subject to such slow service and poor food. The setting is beautiful mind you but the welcome is far from normal to Italian standards.

A top-notch establishment, both for its ambiance and the quality of its food; Mr. Giovanni is a man of great experience and shows great respect and attention to... read more A top-notch establishment, both for its ambiance and the quality of its food; Mr. Giovanni is a man of great experience and shows great respect and attention to his customers, who feel right at home. A vast selection of wines, expert knowledge, and fair prices make this one of the best in the area, especially since it's also open for lunch. For other gems, I'll leave you with the surprise effect; one thing's for sure: you absolutely must try it at least once; you'll be amazed.

The service was so-so; we were forgotten, but the food was still very tasty. read more The service was so-so; we were forgotten, but the food was still very tasty.